a group of people standing on top of a lush green field.

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A close-up of a reddish-brown rock surface with textured details and shadow play.

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Ka ‘Ula Wena: Oceanic Red

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State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Immerse yourself in Hawaiʻi’s rich culture and heritage at the premier natural and cultural history museum in the state.

State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History

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OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

1525 BERNICE STREET • HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI 96817

1525 BERNICE STREET HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I 96817

Featured Exhibits & Events

ʻUla Nōweo Reflection Series

Ka ‘Ula Wena: Oceanic Red

Corned Beef & Kalo

J. Watumull Planetarium

Science Adventure Center

Hawaiian Hall

Lalo

Upcoming Events

Friday, September 13, 2024

I Mau Ka Leo Manu

Experience a beautiful, moving journey through time with Tony Piedra and Mackenzie Joy’s Pau: The Last Song of the Kauaʻi ‘Ō‘ō brought to life in our J. Watumull Planetarium filled with projections of their vibrant illustrations, music and recordings of the Kauaʻi ʻōʻo, exclusively at this month’s Museum After Hours!

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Kanikapila ma Kaiwiʻula

E hoʻokani pila pū kākou! Bring your ʻukulele, or borrow one of ours! Join in to learn some new techniques, share moʻolelo or just enjoy the music with members of the ʻUkulele Guild of Hawaiʻi.

Saturday, September 14, 2024

The Last Song of the Kauaʻi ʻŌʻō

Join us for a special book reading of Pau: The Last Song of the Kaua‘i ‘Ō‘ō by Tony Piedra and Mackenzie Joy in celebration of Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele: The Year of the Forest Birds.

Friday, September 20, 2024

The Stars Tonight

This show will have a quiz format. Families are encouraged at the 6:00 p.m. show. Questions increase in difficulty in the 7:30 p.m. show. All ages welcome.

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Looking for something in particular?

ʻUla Nōweo Reflection Series

Ka ‘Ula Wena: Oceanic Red

Corned Beef & Kalo

J. Watumull Planetarium

Science Adventure Center

Hawaiian Hall

Lalo

State Museum of Natural and Cultural History of Hawaiʻi